The Gilchrist Blog
The goal of our blog is to provide you with comprehensive and inspiring information about issues that are important to our continuum of care. We also share the latest news about Gilchrist, highlight our work in the community, promote upcoming events, provide program-specific information and offer ways you can help – either by volunteering or fundraising.
Finding Strength in the Journey: John Halley’s Story
For John Halley, life has always been about resilience. Growing up in West Baltimore, he was raised in a close-knit, religious family that cherished holidays,...
A Journey of Love and Strength: The Jester Family’s Story
For more than five decades, Janet and Jim Jester have shared a life filled with love, resilience, and family. Today, their journey has led them...
A Day in the Life of a Home Care Nurse at Gilchrist
When most people think of Gilchrist, they picture its three hospice centers, providing end-of-life care in a warm and supportive setting. What many don’t realize,...
Honoring Vietnam Veterans: The History of Maryland’s Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day
For many Vietnam veterans, the long-overdue recognition of their service has been a powerful and healing experience. Unlike veterans of other wars, many who returned...
Bringing Comfort Through Music
Music has long been recognized for its therapeutic benefits, especially in providing comfort during life’s most challenging times. At Gilchrist, the Music Therapy Program plays...
The Vital Role of Social Workers in Hospice Care
Honoring Social Workers Month in March At Gilchrist, hospice care is about more than just medical support—it’s about providing emotional, psychological, and practical guidance to...
Gilchrist Presents: All You Need Is Love… And Music Therapy
Music has a unique way of touching hearts, lifting spirits, and bringing comfort in life’s most tender moments. At Gilchrist, our music therapy program plays...
Training with Purpose: How Gilchrist Prepares Its Staff to Provide Exceptional Hospice Care
At Gilchrist, providing compassionate, high-quality hospice and palliative care begins with a strong foundation in education and training. Every staff member, from nurses and physicians...
Creating Moments of Joy: Support for Caregivers
On National Caregivers Day, Gilchrist recognizes the dedication and tireless effort of caregivers who selflessly support their loved ones. We understand the emotional and physical...
Join Us for Gilchrist’s 7th Annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration
Ten years ago, a bill was signed into law in Maryland officially designating March 30 as Vietnam Veterans Day, honoring the service and sacrifice of...